The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 74.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022
- The school is nearly full at 91% capacity
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
74.4
30.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
96%
54.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
79%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.06
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
100%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
97%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Based on 149 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 108 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,475
- Capacity
- 91%
- FSM
- 11.4%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- Trust
- CLITHEROE ROYAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL
- Head
- Mr James Keulemans (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Location
York Street, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2DJ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmClitheroe Pendle Primary School
Primary · Very close
Clitheroe Brookside Primary School
Primary · 456m away
St Michael and St John's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Primary · 538m away
Ribblesdale Nursery School
Nursery · Grammar · 742m away
Moorland School Limited
Independent · 842m away
Ribblesdale School
All-through · Grammar · 878m away
St James' Church of England Primary School, Clitheroe
Primary · 918m away
Edisford Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is Clitheroe Royal Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Clitheroe Royal Grammar School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Clitheroe Royal Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in November 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Clitheroe Royal Grammar School?
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School currently has 1,475 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Clitheroe Royal Grammar School take?
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Clitheroe Royal Grammar School?
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School is in Clitheroe, BB7 2DJ, in the Lancashire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Clitheroe Royal Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Clitheroe Royal Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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